Sugammadex

On Dec. 17, 2015, Merck announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Bridion® (sugammadex) Injection 100 mg/mL (equivalent to 108.8 mg/mL sugammadex sodium) for the reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced by rocuronium bromide and vecuronium bromide in adults undergoing surgery. The resources below provide CRNAs references and documents to support integration of sugammadex into practice.

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Contraceptive FAQ

Patients using hormonal contraceptives must use an additional, non-hormonal method of contraception for the next 7 days following sugammadex administration.